The cost of the repairs on the damaged section is estimated to be just over $3 million, according to the report, along with an additional $56,579 to cover changes to the project.

While the pier itself is expected to reopen on Aug. 31, the iconic pier arches and light fixtures along the pier won’t be replaced until late October, after the city had trouble securing a contractor for the work.

Full rebuild plan

Walker noted the rebuilding of the damaged section is only the first phase of a plan to replace the entire pier, which the city is still raising money for.

“The second piece will probably be in excess of another $11 [million],” the mayor said, which the city is hoping to cover partly through provincial and federal grants.